Travelling from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 10 hours ahead of Honolulu.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from HNL to Reykjavik. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from HNL to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you hold a passport from United States and want to travel to Iceland for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Honolulu, HNL can be reached in approximately 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 2 hours and 58 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near HNL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Reykjavik
R 6,418 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at R 16,100. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HNL to Reykjavik. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 49 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 6 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 23 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from HNL to Reykjavik at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik. July is the most popular month to visit Reykjavik. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from HNL to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with a car rental
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